Berks Attorney Plans Campaign For Judge Election 89

Scott D. Keller, already nominated to a seat on Berks County Court, has announced his candidacy for both the Democratic and Republican nominations for a 10-year judicial term.

Gov. Robert P. Casey nominated Keller Feb. 21 to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Calvin Lieberman.

Outlining his qualifications in a prepared statement, Keller cited his 13 years as an attorney, his work as a juvenile court master, first assistant district attorney and administrative assistant district attorney. A graduate of Muhlenberg High School, Keller also graduated from American University Law School and Albright College.

Keller said he prosecuted all types of criminal cases, winning convictions in four of the five murder cases he prosecuted.

He has been Berks County solicitor since January 1988.

"My service as solicitor these past 14 months has given me wide-ranging experience in a diverse spectrum of issues. It has also given me a sensitivity to the need of judges to consider the financial implications of their actions and the overall gist of the judicial system," he said.

Before Keller joins the bench, his qualifications must be reviewed by two state Senate committees and his nomination must be confirmed by the full state Senate.